This is our day guide for Saturday May 8th 2021 which shows you at a glance what's happening on this day around the world. Using the calendar on this page, you can look at a day guide for any day. Why not look up your birthday to see which holidays you share it with?
Holidays on May 8th 2021
International: V-E Day
Victory in Europe Day marks May 8th 1945 when the Allies formally accepted an unconditional surrender by the armed forces of GermanyPublic sector only
Saudi Arabia: Eid Al Fitr Holiday
The festival of Eid al-Fitr, the Festival of Fast breaking, marks the end of RamadanMay 7th 2021 | Go to Today | May 9th 2021
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| General Information for May 8th 2021 | |
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| There are 2 public holidays today. | |
| Day 128 of 2021 | |
| 237 days left in 2021 | |
| Week 18 of the year | |
| On this Day in History | |
| 1972 - Darren Hayes, founding member of the band Savage Garden is born on this day. | |
| 1932 - Boxer Charles Sonny Liston is born. | |
| 1926 - British Naturalist and TV presenter Sir David Attenborough is born in London. | |
| 1428 - Joan of Arc's military reputation is established with the raising of the Siege of Orléans. |
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